How to pronounce segreant
Say it like SEG-ree-unt. Segreant has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SEG).
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- SEG
- ree
- unt
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Segreant pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SEGSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- reeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- untKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of segreant
American and British speakers say segreant in essentially the same way: /ˈsɛɡriənt/ in the US and /ˈsɛɡriənt/ in the UK.
British respelling: SEG-ree-unt.
What does segreant mean?
- Rampant, with the wings elevated and addorsed (a posture of winged quadrupeds).
Where does segreant come from?
First attested in the 1550s, initially in the spelling sergreant, of obscure origin and variable meaning: examples from the 15- and 1600s apply it not only to winged quadrupeds but also a falcon, and not exclusively to ones rampant but also some passant.
Questions about saying segreant
How do you pronounce segreant?
Say SEG-ree-unt. The American pronunciation is /ˈsɛɡriənt/. In British English it is /ˈsɛɡriənt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in segreant?
Segreant has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SEG). Broken into parts: SEG · ree · unt.
Do Americans and Brits say segreant the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈsɛɡriənt/ and the British form is /ˈsɛɡriənt/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.